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We Should Have A Destination
The animal heart operates on impulse, not conscience, and remains unawakened to love or cruelty.When samādhi occurs, one sees how deeply these properties are hidden. A heart without love is a stone; a thought without loveliness is a thorn; an intellect without wisdom is darkness. Such a person lacks human … read more »
Makar Sakranti Is A Special Day
Makarasa krānti marks an auspicious new beginning.The sun enters Saturn's zodiac, seen as a father visiting his son. This day also begins the sun's visible northward journey, ending a month considered inauspicious for new endeavors. It is a particularly auspicious time to … read more »
Peace should come first within us
Christmas is a time for peace, family, and spiritual devotion.Personal memories of the day vary by climate and culture, yet the universal theme is gathering with loved ones in joy. Spiritually, it commemorates the birth of Jesus, whose message of peace, love, and forgiveness is … read more »
Birth of Lord Rama
The story of Rāma's birth reveals the glory of Ayodhyā and the fulfillment of divine promise.Ayodhyā, the unconquerable city of Dharma, was ruled by the righteous King Dasharatha. Despite his virtue, he remained without an heir due to a curse invoked by Rāvaṇa. Upon the advice of the sage Vasiṣṭha, the … read more »
The Path of Practice: From Knowledge to Realization
Spiritual practice transforms knowledge into lived experience.Theoretical understanding remains incomplete without direct engagement. The guru often assigns tasks that seem irrelevant, yet they dismantle mental constructs and foster growth. Just as repetitive physical work loses its perceived difficulty through doing, our inner … read more »
Stillness is in the centre
The radiance of the divine name and the gesture of silence illuminate the path.A master's legacy lives through teachings, bhajans, and images. These pictures are tools to transcend form, each radiating a different quality for connection. One essential image shows a specific mudrā with the index finger. This finger's … read more »
Sri Valmiki and Tulsidasji
Two primary versions of the Rāmāyaṇa exist, one by Vālmīki and one by Tulsīdāsa.Vālmīki's Sanskrit epic is ancient and detailed. Tulsīdāsa's later work in a vernacular language is more concise in some parts and expansive in others, making them complementary. Tradition holds Tulsīdāsa is a reincarnation of Vālmīki. Both … read more »
Organic gardening from Jadan Ashram, Presentation
Organic gardening follows natural cycles without chemical interruption.Soil is enriched using natural topsoil and fertilizers like aged cow dung, which provides essential NPK nutrients. Water from a reservoir enables cultivation in the desert, using flood irrigation for sandy soil. Preparation involves tilling the … read more »
Stories about life in Ashram
The unseen harmony between nature and the ashram reveals a grace beyond logic.A large tournament with thousands of children caused no disturbance to bees living near the temple. Yet, when a few disruptive boys arrived, those same bees chased them away. Scriptures call bees Śiva's soldiers. A skeptical … read more »
A Tour of Jadan Ashram
A tour of an ashram reveals its multifaceted life.The central project is a stone Oṃ building for yoga and spiritual practice, housing a sacred Samādhi and a Śiva temple. This place is a global center for yoga education, where visitors immerse in practice and … read more »
Sri Ram Jaya Ram, Ramayana
The Rāmāyaṇa's eternal truth uplifts every soul through its simplicity and wisdom.Its stories provide solutions to life's problems, illustrating ideal dharma for all human roles. This combination of beauty and wisdom made it a cultural pillar, read in homes for generations. Modern decline was reversed by a … read more »
Be humble
A reminder on the spiritual path and perseverance.Today marks a sacred observance, prompting reflection on the teachings and grace received. The journey requires humble application of the guidance given. Challenges arise not from the path itself but from the ego's resistance. A story … read more »
You are with Me always, and I am with you
The guru is the divine light, accessible through devotion.A devotee shares an experience of hearing a voice from a picture, realizing there are no coincidences and that truth and love are present for all. The importance of sharing experiences is emphasized, likening the community … read more »
Satsang from Strilky on the occasion of Mahaprabuji Mahasamadhi
India is celebrated as the spiritual heart of the world, a land of unity in diversity where many religions and ways of life coexist.Its culture is currently under threat from external materialistic influences, requiring protection. The glory of India is extolled in a devotional hymn, which praises it as a sacred land greater than heavenly realms because it is … read more »
Life of Mahaprabuji
A gathering celebrates the divine incarnation Mahāprabhujī.His life was a complete manifestation from birth, unlike saints who achieve enlightenment through seeking. He taught through his presence and bhajans, not scholarly texts. The Līlā Amṛta records his life, continually growing with new stories … read more »
Evening satsang from Jadan Ashram
True freedom is found not in license, but through the Guru's expert guidance.A generic, self-directed spiritual effort lacks the integrated knowledge of a true master, just as a simple projector lacks the effect of a complete educational system designed by experts. The Guru possesses the experiential knowledge to … read more »
Aj Hai Ananda Mere Sataguru Aye - Bhajan
Devotion itself purifies the devotee's faults.Focus on opening the heart to that relationship, not on technical intellectualism. Surrender feels intimidating, as it opens one to a limitless wildness beyond human structure, requiring trust in the enduring foundation of the master's love. … read more »
Real stories about Sri Mahaprabhuji
The guru's grace manifests as foresight and transformative power, transcending human limitations.A master once foretold of gold within distant hills, a prophecy met with confusion. Decades later, precious stone was discovered precisely there, causing conflict as predicted. In another village, the master instructed the digging of a … read more »
The perfect moment may never come
Spiritual practice begins with what is present, not with waiting for ideal conditions.Many communities and paths exist, each with unique customs and days of worship, yet their essence of compassionate practice is identical. Reflect on children creating art from available materials; they simply use what is here. People … read more »
We are all one
The essence of spiritual practice is connection, which is fundamental for everything to function.Like an equation expanding before simplifying, the spiritual journey begins with a small inner question that grows complex through practice and self-exposure before resolving into a simple answer. The core knowledge from ancient texts like the … read more »
The Living Light of God - Indian Saints
A saint provides light for the path, but disciples must apply the brakes of self-discipline.A wandering saint walked a dark road with a torch. A motorcycle approached rapidly with no light. The saint, wishing to help, shone his torch and offered his battery, shouting warnings. The rider passed and shouted … read more »
He Is Not Far If We Have Inner Connection
The relationship with the Guru is defined by openness and humility, allowing his guidance to flow.Physical distance is irrelevant; the inner connection determines proximity. The key is to accept the guidance given, not the answer desired. This requires a humble stance, acknowledging the Guru has something to give. Bowing is a … read more »
YIDL Teacher seminar Strilky 3
The life and work of Śrī Śa karācārya is the topic.He is considered an incarnation of Lord Śiva, born to restore dharma in a time of spiritual decline. A proponent of Advaita Vedānta, he taught the non-dual nature of reality. His parents, devout brāhmaṇas, prayed to … read more »
Speaking out about our master
The most important principle is "I am not the doer"; the greatest danger is the ego.The teacher's life must exemplify the principles taught. The relationship with students must be pure love, free from selfish motivation or attachment. The connection to the divine requires a specific channel, which is the master. Personal … read more »
Yoga breathing
The breath is a bridge between unconscious function and conscious control.It belongs to the autonomic nervous system yet can be willfully directed. Observing the natural breath is the essential foundation. A consciously maintained breathing pattern influences the heartbeat and other autonomic functions, explaining prāṇāyāma's profound effects. … read more »
Closing Satsang from Diwali seminar
The Guru is the eternal divine principle, identical to the Ātmā within all.The apparent difference is only in the brightness of awareness. The Guru incarnates from compassion to re-establish Dharma and liberate souls from suffering, which stems from ignorance of our true, non-separate nature. The darśan of the … read more »
Maharishi Valmiki and Swami Tulsidasji
The Rāmāyaṇa's origin lies with its sages, Vālmīki and Tulsīdāsa.Vālmīki was a bandit transformed by Nārada's guidance. Through austerity and chanting, he attained realization. Witnessing a hunter kill a bird, his grief spontaneously formed the first śloka verse. Brahmā then instructed him to compose Rāma's … read more »
Mahaprabhuji Divine Incarnation
A bhajan reveals the hidden nature of a divine incarnation and the challenge of recognition.The divine light incarnated in human form, a riddle for the mind. Many met him but could not understand. Recognition is not intellectual but a deep heart realization—to see God in the human form. This is … read more »
Satsang from Strilky - Diwali
The festival of Dīvālī celebrates the victory of light over darkness and the incarnation of divine light.Dīvālī, meaning a chain of lights, is an ancient festival of harmony, peace, and joy. It symbolizes the destruction of ignorance by the light of knowledge and the inner light of the soul. The celebration marks … read more »
Swami Gajanand in Bratislava
Prāṇāyāma techniques are categorized into preparatory purification, classical methods, and other practices.Preparatory techniques like Nāḍī Śodhana and the six kriyās, including Kapālbhāti, purify the body for stronger prāṇāyāmas. Classical techniques include Bhastrikā, Ujjāyī, Brahmārī, Śītalī, Siddhakārī, Plāvinī, Mūrchā, and Sūrya Bheda. Nāḍī Śodhana purifies the blood and … read more »
Pranayama Part 2
Prāṇāyāma's spiritual aims are to control the prāṇas, achieve motionlessness of prāṇa and mind, and awaken the Kuṇḍalinī.These are pursued through specific techniques. Prāṇāyāma is often combined with mantra repetition, termed Sagarbha, which greatly increases its effectiveness. Mudrās and Bandhas are typically integrated with these breathing practices to direct energy. The practice of … read more »
Pranayama Part 1
Prāṇāyāma is the conscious regulation of breath, the vital link between the physical body and meditation.It influences autonomous bodily functions through the breath, which is uniquely both automatic and controllable. By establishing a rhythmic breathing pattern, one indirectly affects the heartbeat, nervous system, and other processes, enabling profound effects. Prāṇāyāma's essence … read more »
Yoga teacher seminar with Gajanand
Observing the natural breath is the essential foundation before practicing prāṇāyāma.We must first know how we breathe without interference, as modern life often creates unnatural patterns. Start by lying down and relaxing the entire body. Observe the speed and depth of your breath—whether it is like … read more »
Prana - our life energy
Prāṇa is the universal life force, subtle and omnipresent, which cannot be reduced to mere breath or physical energy.It is the essence of consciousness and divinity, manifesting in all forms. Western science does not comprehend it, as prāṇa is known only through direct experience and practice. It pervades the cosmos, accumulating in objects and … read more »
The Cosmic Worlds
Lokas are cosmic planes of consciousness, not physical places.The cosmos contains many lokas, with fourteen fundamental ones. Movement among them is a shift in awareness, not spatial travel. The waking state corresponds to the earthly Bhūrloka, dreaming to the astral Bhuvaḥloka, and deep meditation … read more »
Satsang with MM Swami Jasrajpuriji and Swami Gajanandji
Satsang transforms the value of life, turning a burdensome existence into a precious jewel.Listening to the teaching alters one's qualities, like a bamboo absorbing the fragrance of sandalwood. Identification with the body, composed of elements and inner functions, is released. When this identification ceases, desires and the fear of … read more »
A Year in India: Lessons in Karma, Grace, and the Guru's Presence
The spiritual path requires urgency, motivation, and the willingness to sacrifice.Transmitting deep feelings is difficult unless hearts are attuned. A year of service in an ashram provided profound instruction. Cleansing layers of paint from a temple became a metaphor for purifying the inner self from impurities. … read more »
Satsang from Strilky with MM Swami Jasrajpuriji and Swami Gajanandji
Anger is a universal energy that can be transformed, not suppressed.Holding anger is self-poisoning, as shown by a woman whose cancer regressed only after releasing decades of buried fury. Suppression creates dangerous inner tension. The divine energy, prāṇa, is neutral; its manifestation depends on the cakra … read more »
An Unforgettable Night in Jaipur and Reflections on Practice
The path of practice is woven from daily life and self-understanding.To sit comfortably in meditation, integrate floor sitting into daily routines like eating or reading. This rebuilds a natural posture without extra time. Spiritual awakening often begins unexpectedly, perhaps through art or nature, leading to deeper … read more »
Jadan is a spiritual heaven
Returning to an ashram is a return to the spiritual home.A sannyasin's true home is the entire world, yet the soul returns home upon entering an ashram filled with the Guru's vibration. Living in an ashram harmonizes one's being with a high spiritual level, a state … read more »
The Rāga of Life: Harmony, Karma Yoga, and Mastery
The practice of sādhanā is learning to find harmony within any situation, like a musician finding the right rāga for his environment.Mastery comes from long practice, not from forcing change. Through dedicated sādhanā, one learns to adjust and play in tune with life's circumstances, making inner peace independent of external conditions. Karma yoga reveals our limits and … read more »
Flute music on Lord Krishna's Incarnation Day
Beautiful meditative music from Strilky Ashram on the auspicious occasion of Lord Krishna's incarnation.
Evening Satsang with MM Swami Jasrajpuriji and Swami Gajanandji
A lesson in letting go of logic to follow the Guru's word.A command was given to solve a problem with school transport. The instruction was to sell the buses and use trucks instead. This directive defied all reason and seemed impossible. The effort began to obey it … read more »
Satsang with MM Swami Jasrajpuriji and Swami Gajanandji
Silence allows us to hear what has already been given.Everything needed for the spiritual path is present, but the constant mental chatter must be stilled to perceive it. Karma yoga trains this silence by dissolving attachment to outcomes and personal understanding. The guru may assign … read more »
Reincarnation is a question of Karma
Reincarnation is a matter of karma and desire, not directly connected to OM.OM represents the eternal, formless divine consciousness within all forms. Reincarnation concerns the change of these forms according to our karmas. Only humans possess free will and intellect to create karma; animals act by instinct and … read more »
How Guru works with disciple
Stories illustrate grace working through everyday objects and events.A stone serves as both a doorstop and a burglar deterrent. In a village, two stories about Mahāprabhujī were shared. He once foretold that gold in the hills would drive people mad, which later happened when … read more »
The power of the spiritual name
A name holds the power to shape identity and destiny.A story illustrates how a divine being received the name Hanuman, meaning "swollen jaw," after an incident. This being's father, the wind, stopped blowing in anger, causing universal suffering until the gods intervened. The name given … read more »
Satsang with MM Swami Jasrajpuriji and Swami Gajanandji
Spiritual practice is the seed you plant now for the future.A child plants a peach seed, envisioning a future orchard. Our actions are like that seed; every karma bears fruit for the soul's journey ahead, whether in this life or another. We inherit the consequences of … read more »
Be ready for every moment
Our sādhanā is the inner preparation for the divine arrival.We must clean our inner house as meticulously as we would for a physical guest, dedicating time taken from the unnecessary. Our deep-seated tendencies are like a massive ship, too large to turn directly. We use … read more »
Jay Sri Maheshwaranandji Maharaj - Bhajan
The nature of the Guru and the simplicity of true sādhanā are revealed through a devotional biography.A bhajan composed by the Guru details the divine origin and mission of his disciple. It describes an incarnation sent from Śiva Loka, born into a Brahmin family in Rajasthan. Childhood devotion awoke, leading to renunciation … read more »